Rheumatology & orthopedics
Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials
Arthritis, osteoporosis, and other conditions of the bones, joints, and muscles. We’re tracking 4,610 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable3,771
- Phase 2215
- Phase 4199
- Phase 1182
- Phase 3139
- Phase 1/Phase 270
- Phase 2/Phase 334
Top conditions
- Knee Osteoarthritis171
- Rheumatoid Arthritis131
- Fibromyalgia105
- Osteoporosis82
- Osteoarthritis71
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)68
- Osteoarthritis, Knee65
- Shoulder Pain48
- Hip Osteoarthritis43
- Psoriatic Arthritis40
- Degenerative Disc Disease39
- Chronic Pain38
- Total Knee Arthroplasty38
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus37
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy36
- Musculoskeletal Pain35
- Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Knee32
- Pain32
Leading sponsors
- Riphah International University85
- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli69
- Cairo University66
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris36
- Foundation University Islamabad31
- Mayo Clinic28
- Massachusetts General Hospital25
- National Taiwan University Hospital25
- Hacettepe University23
- Tanta University22
Where studies are running
- California207
- New York87
- Florida82
- Maryland76
- Arizona72
- Massachusetts71
- Texas66
- Alabama60
- Illinois51
- Pennsylvania48
Recruiting studies4,610 total
- NCT06755138Recruiting
Scoliosis, pain, and quality of life in Duchenne muscular dystrophy
This study looks at how scoliosis (curved spine) and back pain affect daily life in people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Researchers will measure muscle strength and compensation patterns to understand these links.
SeoulAges 11–30 - NCT07517575RecruitingPhase 2
Olokizumab for Children with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
This trial tests a new medicine called olokizumab in children and teenagers with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)—a condition where the immune system causes joint inflammation and pain. The study checks if this drug is safe and effective for children whose arthritis hasn't improved enough with standard treatments.
Kazan'Ages 2–17 - NCT07517250Recruiting
Study of Canakinumab for Fever and Joint Disease
This is a study looking back at patients who were already treated with a medicine called canakinumab for familial Mediterranean fever or Still's disease (rare conditions that cause fevers and joint pain). Researchers want to understand how well this medicine worked over time and what happened to patients who took it.
BaselAges 1 year+ - NCT07518615Recruiting
Safety and Effectiveness of Guided Dental Implant Surgery System
This trial tests a new computer-guided system (Straumann Dynamic Navigation Falcon) that helps dentists place dental implants more precisely. If you need one or more dental implants and have healthy gums and jaw, this study may help determine if this guided approach is safe and works well.
GhentAges 18 years+ - NCT07523399Recruiting
Joint Health and Balance in Adults with Hemophilia A
This study looks at how hemophilia A affects joint health, balance, and quality of life in adults. Researchers will assess your joints and balance to understand the relationship between joint damage and everyday function.
VanAges 18–65 - NCT07522489Recruiting
New knee replacement surgery guidance methods compared
This study compares two ways doctors use computer guidance during robotic knee replacement surgery for severe knee arthritis. The trial tests whether both methods work equally well or if one is better for patient recovery and results.
Warsaw, MazovianAges 18 years+ - NCT07521280Recruiting
Personalized rehabilitation for knee or heel pain in young athletes
This study tests a personalized exercise program for teenagers with knee or heel pain caused by growth-related conditions like Osgood-Schlatter or Sever's disease. The program aims to reduce pain and help you get back to sports safely.
Gdansk, Debinki 7Ages 10–17 - NCT07522398Recruiting
Power Training Study for Adults Over 65
This study tests whether short, intense strength exercises can help older adults build muscle and stay stronger. You'll do exercises designed to build power (the ability to move quickly and forcefully) over several weeks, and researchers will measure changes in your strength and daily function.
Diepenbeek, FlandersAges 65–85 - NCT07522736Recruiting
Spinal anesthesia with dexmedetomidine for knee surgery
This trial tests adding dexmedetomidine (a calming medication) to bupivacaine (numbing medication) injected into the spine during knee surgery. The goal is to improve pain relief and recovery after surgery.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT07520721Recruiting
Shoulder Replacement Materials: Plastic vs Hybrid Implants
This trial compares two types of shoulder replacement implants for people with long-standing shoulder arthritis. It tests whether a hybrid design (combining different materials) works better than a traditional plastic design for pain relief and shoulder function.
Hoofddorp, North HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT07517757Recruiting
Diet strategies for fibromyalgia in overweight women
This study tests whether specific eating plans can help reduce fibromyalgia symptoms (widespread pain and fatigue) in women who are overweight or obese. Fibromyalgia causes chronic body pain and tiredness, and this trial explores whether changing diet may improve how you feel.
Genova, GenovaAges 18–65 - NCT07517172Recruiting
Brain Stimulation Patch for Jaw Pain: Home Treatment Study
This study tests whether a small, stick-on electrical patch placed on your ear can reduce temporomandibular disorder (TMD) jaw pain when used at home. You would apply the patch yourself and complete surveys about your pain to help researchers learn if this non-invasive approach is safe and feasible.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–65 - NCT07516652Recruiting
Comparing two surgical approaches for trigger finger
This trial tests two different surgical techniques for treating trigger finger, a condition where a finger gets stuck or clicks when you bend it. The study compares the outcomes of two ways surgeons can release the tight tissue causing the problem.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07516574Enrolling by invitation
Exercise program before scoliosis surgery in teens
This trial tests whether doing special exercises before spine surgery helps teens with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (a sideways curve of the spine). The goal is to see if pre-surgery exercise improves how patients recover and feel after surgery.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 10–18 - NCT07521930Recruiting
Brain implant to restore communication and movement control
This trial tests a surgically implanted brain device designed to help people with severe paralysis or movement disorders regain the ability to communicate and control their limbs. The device reads signals from your brain and translates them into commands that could help you interact with computers or assistive technology.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–80 - NCT07516769RecruitingPhase 3
Nicorandil to reduce inflammation in active rheumatoid arthritis
This study tests whether nicorandil, a heart medication with anti-inflammatory properties, can help reduce joint inflammation and swelling in people with active rheumatoid arthritis who are already taking conventional disease-modifying drugs. The goal is to see if it provides additional relief from symptoms.
Tanta, Gharbia GovernorateAges 18–70 - NCT07520669Recruiting
Shoulder Surgery to Prevent Too Much Rotation
This study tests whether a surgical technique called capsuloplasty can prevent excessive external rotation (outward twisting) of the shoulder after surgery for recurrent shoulder dislocation. The goal is to help contact sport athletes return to activity safely.
MérignacAges 18–50 - NCT07523854Recruiting
Knee Strength Recovery After ACL Surgery: Comparing Graft Types
This study compares how well the knee recovers its strength after ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) reconstruction surgery using two different graft options. By tracking your progress over time, researchers hope to understand which graft type helps you regain the most strength.
AnkaraAges 13–45 - NCT07524244Recruiting
Ketogenic and carnivore diets for IBD and rheumatoid arthritis
This study tests whether special diets (ketogenic or carnivore/meat-based) can help reduce inflammation and symptoms in people with inflammatory bowel disease or rheumatoid arthritis. You'll follow dietary guidelines for 3 weeks, then continue in the study while researchers track how you respond.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18–64 - NCT07523893Recruiting
Shockwave therapy versus exercises for tennis elbow
This study compares two treatments for lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow): shockwave therapy and eccentric exercises. It aims to see which approach works better for reducing pain and improving arm function.
IslamabadAges 20–50 - NCT07523672Enrolling by invitation
Care Model for Sarcopenic Obesity in Older Adults
This trial tests a new care approach for older adults who have both excess body fat and muscle loss (sarcopenic obesity). The goal is to help improve muscle strength, physical function, and body composition.
Nakhon Nayok, Changwat Nakhon NayokAges 60 years+ - NCT07523113Recruiting
Brain Fog Treatment for ME/CFS Using Cognitive Training
This study tests whether a computerized cognitive training program combined with a mild electrical nerve stimulation device (worn on the ear) can help improve thinking and memory problems in people with ME/CFS. The goal is to see if this approach helps with brain fog and daily functioning.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07520656Recruiting
Heart Valve Surgery and Sleep Breathing Problems
This study looks at whether fixing heart valve problems with minimally invasive procedures (TAVI or MTEER) can improve sleep-related breathing issues. Researchers will monitor your sleep patterns before and after your scheduled heart valve procedure.
Athens, AtticaAges 18 years+ - NCT06637592Recruiting
Taping for heel pain in football players
This study compares two types of foot taping (windlass and calcaneal) to see which better relieves heel pain in football players with plantar fasciitis. It aims to help players return to sport more quickly.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many bones, joints & muscles clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 4,610 recruiting rheumatology & orthopedics studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 7,508 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Bones, joints & muscles” cover here?
- Arthritis, osteoporosis, and other conditions of the bones, joints, and muscles. We group each study into bones, joints & muscles based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a bones, joints & muscles trial near me?
- Use the search to filter bones, joints & muscles studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
Other specialties
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.